Continuing Education Requirements For LPC’s, SW’s & MFT’s in Georgia

What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You! Whether you are offering continuing education to others or receiving continuing education, there many things you should know. The fact of the matter is that we are responsible for reading the GA Composite Board Rules that govern licensure for Counselors, Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists in … Read more

20 Years of Being a Therapist: A Labor of Love

No Vision, No Plan In July 1997, I was half way through my 1st year practicing psychotherapy. I selected an internship site that required a 20 hour a week 12 month commitment. At the time, I literally had no vision or thoughts about what my future would be in the field. I simply set out … Read more

How to Become a CPCS or an ACS (Clinical Supervisor Certifications)

Supervision Certification – A Requirement in Georgia In Georgia, Licensed Professional Counselors who provide supervision need to meet certain qualifications. At the time of this post (May 2017) the requirements are less stringent than they will be on and after October 1, 2018. The current (2017 through September 30, 2018) requirements are as follows: A … Read more

Becoming a Professional Counselor

Counselors, Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists I often hear from people considering entering the field of mental health. Generally speaking, the people I hear from are changing professions or they extending their career from a related professional background in education, social services or the non-profit sector. They are interested in advisement about which field … Read more